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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his apology to Malaysia's Indian community over a controversial remark, reaffirming that the nation belongs to all its citizens regardless of ethnicity.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his apology to the Indian community over an inappropriate term used at a university forum, emphasising that leaders must admit mistakes sincerely and that Malaysia belongs equally to all citizens.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has assumed direct responsibility for addressing issues affecting Malaysia's Indian community, responding to mounting concerns raised by community members and representatives.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced he will personally oversee all matters affecting Malaysia's Indian community, working alongside Human Resources Minister R. Ramanan to strengthen policy coordination across financing schemes and welfare programmes.
Pakatan Harapan is banking on strong Indian community engagement to secure votes in Saturday's Negeri Sembilan state election, with PKR leaders dismissing opposition claims of wavering support.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pledged two executive council posts for the Indian community should the coalition win the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state elections, drawing parallels with MIC's electoral performance in Johor.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified education, welfare and employment as critical pillars for empowering Malaysia's Indian community, calling for grassroots engagement and accountability from relevant agencies.
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A political analyst has advised the Indian community in Negeri Sembilan to prioritise long-term governmental stability and performance records when casting votes in the August 1 state election, rather than being swayed by political tactics.
Malaysia's National Registration Department has approved 286 out of 298 MyKAS applications from the Indian community since 2022, representing a 96 per cent approval rate. The department is also processing thousands of late birth registrations and citizenship applications.
The Indian community should evaluate Pakatan Harapan's performance in the Johor state election based on tangible policy outcomes rather than political rhetoric, a PKR leader has urged.
Malaysia's government has committed over RM12 million to uplift the Indian community through early childhood education support and Hindu temple development initiatives, benefiting thousands of families and religious institutions.
A senior PKR figure has appealed to Johor's Indian community to back Pakatan Harapan in the July 11 state election, arguing their votes could prove decisive in nearly 25 marginal seats and ensure continuation of economic reforms.